Chepstow racing tip (1515): Our Friend Mo to shine on handicap debut

1515 Echodyne Mares’ handicap hurdle

Lady Wilberry’s withdrawal leaves a field of eight to contest the 1515 at Chepstow on Wednesday where Arctic Footprint is given the nod by the bookies.

She looks to be on a good mark when you consider her previous best form, but you have to question if her four runs since an extended break warrant this level of respect.

Similarly, Shesupincourt has shown some promise but that doesn’t change the fact she’s a maiden in 16 goes at hurdles. However, she has been stifled by some good company.

She also looked in good condition when re-appearing at Hereford late last month and will embrace the testing conditions.

Coolenymore sits third in the betting. She’s bagged a top-five finish in her three starts over hurdles and will likely enjoy the step up in trip.

Pageant Material has previous and looks a reliable sort in good form. She’s also 1lb lower than her previous winning mark.

Country Kitten, Committee Of One and Gardons La have a lot to do but Our Friend Mo looks an interesting selection.

There was enough in her three qualifying runs to warrant some muted optimism. They didn’t set the world alight, but she may benefit from a kind opening mark.

Trainer and jockey duo of Jonjo O’Neill and Jonjo O’Neill Jr. are in super form and Our Friend Mo is a popular each-way selection on the Tipstrr platform.